About this opportunity
Northwest University's College Of Business lists this Assistant or Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling (12 month position) opportunity in kirkland, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant or Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling (12 month position)
Department College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Reports To Dean, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Appointment Fall 2026
Close Date Open Until Filled
Classification Faculty, Full-Time (Tenure Track)
Position Summary
Northwest University is seeking a full-time (12-month), tenure-track faculty member within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. This assistant/associate professor position focuses on teaching graduate counseling courses (on-campus and online) primarily in Northwest University’s Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health (CMHC) Program, supporting students in their development as counselors, helping to maintain the program’s CACREP accreditation and participating in the life of the university through committee and other service work. Faculty members have the opportunity to become members of a vibrant Christian community, that is dedicated to spiritual vitality, academic excellence and empowered engagement with human need.
Faculty members are also expected to fully participate in university life including committee work and other institution activities.
Faculty: full-time tenure track position. Contract renewal contingent on performance. There are 2 open positions in our CMHC program.
Qualifications
Has an earned Ph.D., Ed.D., or candidacy status in Counseling Education preferably from a CACREP accredited program
Possesses a deep, personal commitment to Jesus Christ, a Spirit-filled life, and demonstrates integration of faith and learning
Is licensed as a LMHC in Washington State (or is license eligible in Washington State)
Has had successful teaching experience at the university level
Has knowledge about state licensure standards for LMHC (preferred)
Is knowledgeable about CACREP standards (preferred)
Is committed to establishing and maintaining positive mentoring relationships with a diverse student body
Is committed to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with faculty, staff, and the general constituency of Northwest University
Is committed to intercultural education and multicultural counseling and is committed to integrating faith into the counseling curriculum
Is committed to the development of skills in his/her students by coaching, modeling, and direct instruction
Has commitment to the values of NU and the CSBS vision
Demonstrates commitment to maintaining a safe work environment free of harassment, violence, and unlawful discrimination
Communicates effectively, gets along well with co-workers, and deals effectively and professionally with colleagues
Has a clear counseling identity as evidenced by memberships in professional counseling organizations; professional counseling credentials and sustained professional engagement
Compensation
Dependent on education and experience and based upon the established faculty salary schedule starting at the respective professor rank. ($81,463-$91,735)
Application Requirements
To be considered as a candidate, the applicant must submit the following documents and information:
Letter of interest
Curriculum vitae (including courses taught)
Three professional references with contact information
Documentation of current state licensure
Statement describing how Christian faith shapes the candidate’s approach to counseling psychology
Brief narrative of personal faith journey and current church involvement
Search procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. Applicants are urged to provide sufficient information, so that the application file may be considered complete at the end of the search period.
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Worksite address
kirkland, WA, 98034, US
Who can apply
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